LG V30S ThinQ
$250
Overview
LG V30S ThinQ is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2002 with a 6-inch P-OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, Snapdragon 835 chipset, 16 main camera, and 3300 mAh battery.
Priced at $250, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of LG V30S ThinQ
The display of LG V30S ThinQ measures 6 inches with P-OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision technology. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1440x2880 pixels resolution.
The camera system of LG V30S ThinQ features 2 rear cameras: 16 main, 13MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of LG V30S ThinQ has 3300mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 10. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of LG V30S ThinQ is powered by the Snapdragon 835 chipset with Adreno 540 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1900 single-core and 6500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 200000.
The memory of LG V30S ThinQ offers 6GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of LG V30S ThinQ includes Wi-Fi No, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of LG V30S ThinQ weighs 158.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 114 x 53 x 27 mm.
The software of LG V30S ThinQ runs Android 8.0 (Oreo), LG UX 6 with LG UX. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about LG V30S ThinQ
LG V30S ThinQ has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, LG V30S ThinQ is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 835 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
LG V30S ThinQ receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, LG V30S ThinQ is water resistant with IP68 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
LG V30S ThinQ has a 3300mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
LG V30S ThinQ at $250 is a mid-range device offering Snapdragon 835. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
LG V30S ThinQ supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 10.
LG V30S ThinQ is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
LG V30S ThinQ has a 6-inch P-OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision with 60Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The LG V30S ThinQ delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
6"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Snapdragon 835
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM |
| 2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 13, 20, 25, 26, 41 |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4G LTE |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2002 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $850 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 114 x 53 x 27 mm |
| Weight (g) | 158.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["New Maroccan Blue", "New Platinum Gray"] |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Rugged Certifications | MIL-STD-810G |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | P-OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision |
| Size (inches) | 6 |
| Resolution (px) | 1440x2880 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 538 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 80.9 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 600 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | Gorilla Glass 5 |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo), LG UX 6 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 835 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.45 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo) |
| GPU | Adreno 540 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual Pixel PDAF |
| Modem | Snapdragon X16 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1900 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 6500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 200000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.1" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX351 |
| Main Lens | f/1.6, 25mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Laser AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | 13MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | N/A |
| Sensor Size | 1/4" |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | 24-bit/192kHz |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | Quad DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Rear-mounted |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Heart rate, SpO2 |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3300 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | PD2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 36 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | 10 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo), LG UX 6 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | LG UX |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, Cable, Headset, Manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
LG V30S ThinQ Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the LG V30S ThinQ covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 835 chipset for smooth performance
- + Wireless charging support
- - Camera performance is average
- - Battery life could be better